#BC42E0 Hex Color Code

#BC42E0

The Hexadecimal Color #BC42E0 is a contrast shade of Medium Orchid. #BC42E0 RGB value is rgb(188, 66, 224). RGB Color Model of #BC42E0 consists of 73% red, 25% green and 87% blue. HSL color Mode of #BC42E0 has 286°(degrees) Hue, 72% Saturation and 57% Lightness. #BC42E0 color has an wavelength of 439.92593nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BC42E0 is #CC66FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BC42E0 is #B4D. The Closest Color to #BC42E0 is #BA55D3. Official Name of #BC42E0 Hex Code is Amethyst. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BC42E0 is 16 Cyan 71 Magenta 0 Yellow 12 Black and #BC42E0 CMY is 16, 71, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BC42E0 is hsl(286,72,57, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(286, 71, 88). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BC42E0 is 36.14, 19.97, 72.46.
Hex8 Value of #BC42E0 is #BC42E0FF. Decimal Value of #BC42E0 is 12337888 and Octal Value of #BC42E0 is 57041340. Binary Value of #BC42E0 is 10111100, 1000010, 11100000 and Android of #BC42E0 is 4290527968 / 0xffbc42e0. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BC42E0 is 0.281, 0.155, 0.155 and YIQ Color Space of #BC42E0 is 120.49, 21.9344, 74.9726. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BC42E0 is 23.3, 8.91, 71.64. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BC42E0 is 51.8, 69.98, -57.71. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BC42E0 is 51.8, 42.79, -96.56. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BC42E0 is 51.8, 90.71, 320.49. Hunter Lab variable of #BC42E0 is 44.69, 66.15, -64.86.

#BC42E0 - Amethyst Color Image
#BC42E0 - Amethyst Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BC42E0

RGB Percentages of #BC42E0

73%
25%
87%

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue, which are the three primary colors used to create a vast array of colors by varying their intensities. By adjusting the brightness of these three primary colors, virtually any color visible to the human eye can be produced.

RYB Percentages of #BC42E0

73.73%
25.88%
87.84%

The RYB color model is based on Red, Yellow, and Blue Colors. When two primary colors are mixed, they form a secondary color or when mixed all, they result in tertiary color.

CMYK Percentages of #BC42E0

16%
71%
0%
12%

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Starting with a white canvas, various amounts of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink are combined to absorb or subtract specific wavelengths of light, resulting in the desired color.

Various Color Shades of #BC42E0

To get 25% Saturated #BC42E0 Color, you need to convert the hex color #BC42E0 to the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, increase the saturation value by 25%, and then convert it back to the hex color. To desaturate a color by 25%, we need to reduce its saturation level while keeping the same hue and lightness. Saturation represents the intensity or vividness of a color. A 100% saturation means the color is fully vivid, while a 0% saturation results in a shade of gray. To make a color 25% darker or 25% lighter, you need to reduce the intensity of each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components by 25% or increase it to 25%. Inverting a #BC42E0 hex color involves converting each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components to their complementary values. The complementary color is found by subtracting each component's value from the maximum value of 255.

Analogous and Monochromatic Colors of #BC42E0

Analogous colors are groups of hues that are located next to each other on the color wheel. These colors share a similar undertone and create a sense of harmony when used together. Analogous color schemes are mainly used in design or art to create a sense of cohesion and flow in a color scheme composition.

Monochromatic colors refer to a color scheme that uses variations of a single color. These variations are achieved by adjusting the shade, tint, or tone of the base color. Monochromatic approach is commonly used in interior design or fashion to create a sense of understated elegance and give a sense of simplicity and consistency.

Triad, Tetrad and SplitComplement of #BC42E0

Triad, Tetrad, and Split Complement are hex color schemes used in art to create harmonious combinations of colors.

The Triad color scheme involves three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle. The primary triad includes red, blue, and yellow, while other triadic combinations can be formed with different hues. Triad color schemes offer a balanced contrast and are versatile for creating vibrant and dynamic visuals.

The Tetrad color scheme incorporates four colors that are arranged in two complementary pairs. These pairs create a rectangle or square shape on the color wheel. The primary Tetrad includes two sets of complementary colors, such as red and green, and blue and orange. This scheme provides a wide range of color options and allows for both strong contrast and harmonious blends.

The Split Complement color scheme involves a base color paired with the two colors adjacent to its complementary color on the color wheel. For example, if the base color is blue, the Split Complement scheme would include blue, yellow-orange, and red-orange. This combination maintains contrast while offering a more subtle and balanced alternative to a complementary color scheme.

Tints and Shades of #BC42E0

A Color Tint is created by mixing white (#FFFFFF) to any pure color whereas A Color Shade is calculated by adding black (#000000) to any pure hue. See the Color Tints of #BC42E0 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BC42E0 to it's the darkest color.

#BC42E0 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(188, 66, 224)
RGB Percent 73%, 25%, 87%
RYB 188.0, 66.0, 224.0
CMYK 16, 71, 0, 12
CMY 16, 71, 0
HSL hsl(286, 72%, 57%)
HSLA hsl(286, 72%, 57%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(286, 71, 88)
XYZ 36.14, 19.97, 72.46
Hex8 Value #BC42E0FF
Decimal Value 12337888
Octal Value 57041340
Binary Value 10111100,1000010,11100000
Android 4290527968 / 0xffbc42e0
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(286, 72%, 57%)
xyY 0.281, 0.155, 19.971
YIQ 120.49, 21.9344, 74.9726
LMS 23.3, 8.91, 71.64
CieLAB 51.8, 69.98, -57.71
CieLUV : LCHuv 51.8, 42.79, -96.56
CieLCH : LCHab 51.8, 90.71, 320.49
Hunter Lab 44.69, 66.15, -64.86
YUV 120.49, 50.95, 59.23
YDbDr 120.49, 155.71, -128.34
YCbCr 119.48, 179.31, 170.3
YCoCg 136.0, 206.0, -70.0
YPbPr 120.49, 58.41, 48.15
Munsell Color System 11311.12 363.43/323.54

#BC42E0 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BC42E0 as Background:

Postpartum depression is a very real and very serious problem for many mothers. It can happen to a first time mom or a veteran mother. It can occur a few days... or a few months after childbirth.

Richard Codey
<p style="background: #BC42E0">…</p>

#BC42E0 as Text Color:

Having more and newer things each year has become not just something we want but something we need. The idea of more, of ever increasing wealth, has become the center of our identity and our security, and we are caught up by it as the addict by his drugs.

Paul L Wachtel
<p style="color: #BC42E0">…</p>

#BC42E0 as Text Shadow:

If you want to live your life in a creative way, as an artist, you have to not look back too much. You have to be willing to take whatever you've done and whoever you were and throw them away.

Steve Jobs
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BC42E0">…</p>

#BC42E0 as Linear Gradient:

We must be willing to pay inspiring math and science teachers, who have high paying alternatives in industry, more to teach and reward students who take more challenging courses in high school.

Mark Kennedy
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BC42E0)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BC42E0?

RGB Value for #BC42E0 is rgb(188, 66, 224).

What is the RGB percentage of #BC42E0?

RGB percentage for #BC42E0 is 73% Red 25% Green 87% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BC42E0?

CMYK Color Model of #BC42E0 is 16 Cyan 71 Magenta 0 Yellow 12 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BC42E0?

HSL Value of #BC42E0 is 286°(degrees) Hue 72 Saturation 57 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BC42E0?

HSV Value of #BC42E0 is 286 Hue 71 Saturation 88 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BC42E0?

XYZ Color Model of #BC42E0 is 36.14, 19.97, 72.46.